Scottsbluff

Nebraska, 2013:

Scottsbluff was the starting point for a nice drive across Nebraska, not the interstate but as an entry to Nebraska 2, which took us east to Farwell, which was also interesting.

Barnanew

Taking the road less traveled, we left Colorado not via the interstate, but rather Highway 71, two lane blacktop all the way to Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Our next stop, The Barnanew B&B, was aptly named for it was an old horse barn which had been thoroughly modernized into four bed and bath suites sharing a pleasant “rendez-vous room” lounge. It is situated on a large farmstead with views of the Scottsbluff National Monument. If you are feeling really adventurous, you could sleep in one of the caravan-style wagons:



The B&B was filled with Native American and Western artifacts, including modern work done by friends of the owners:



Our hosts, Cher and Allan Maybee, are experts on the history of the area.  On Allan’s suggestion, we went into town to The Emporium for the Sunday night “around-the-table” communal style dining:



 What a treat! Fantastic food and very sociable companions. We were completely blown away by the hospitality of both The Barnanew and The Emporium. 

Postcards from the Road - VII

Scottsbluff, Nebraska: